Cryptic crossword clue
Girl with an apple for cooking, getting dressing 9

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 13 letter word APPA(RE)LLING

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What does APPA(RE)LLING mean?

APPA(RE)LLING verb
  1. To dress or clothe; to attire.
  2. To furnish with apparatus; to equip; to fit out.
  3. To dress with external ornaments; to cover with something ornamental
APPA(RE)LLING noun
  1. Clothing

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